1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1465 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Kia Sportage (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Abarth | Kia |
| Model | 750 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 58 L |
